Author Question: The Deaf Community exists as a. a distinct disability group within our society. b. a distinct ... (Read 133 times)

serike · **on:** Jul 31, 2018

The Deaf Community exists as

a. a distinct disability group within our society.
b. a distinct cultural group within our society.
c. a strong community support group for children that have received cochlear implants.
d. a distinct handicapped group within our society .

Question 2

What does it mean to be bilingual and bicultural as an individual who is deaf and why should supports take this into consideration?

What will be an ideal response?

dajones82 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 31, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANSWER: b

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER: Answers should address the fact that many individuals who are deaf are fluent in two languages: ASL and English. Many learn English as a second language learning to communicate first in ASL. There is also a distinct Deaf culture of shared values, norms, and behaviors.